Casting Nets

Tony & Chris discuss the role of Joy, Hope and Healing in the work of Evangelization. All three of these are highlighted during the Easter Season and this is a prime occasion to share what the Gospel promises.

In this episode Tony & Chris describe that there are times that people could be more open to God in their lives. We call these "Human Moments" and "Catholic Moments." And in the middle of this world pandemic we find ourselves at a moment in which the Gospel can shine brightly. Are we willing to bring that light into these moments.

Tony & Chris welcome Sarah Swafford to the show to discuss emotional virtue. Sarah is a mother of three children and an alumna of Benedictine College where she received degrees both in Theology and Business. Sarah Swafford is the founder of Emotional Virtue Ministries. She speaks to people of all ages on a variety of topics such as: Emotional Virtue, Dating and Relationships, Modesty of Intentions, and Interior Confidence. She is a graduate of Benedictine College and has been involved in ministry for over ten years. Sarah shares her message at school assemblies, retreats, rallies, and conferences across the country! For further information and to contact Sarah visit www.emotionalvirtue.com.

Sean Martin Evangelization.

Tony and Chris record a special show with Benedictine College President Stephen Minnis. Benedictine College has undergone a radical transformation over the last 20 years to rediscover their Catholic identity and has flourished incredibly in doing so. BC has developed a unique environment which teaches its students how to pray, study, be generous, & evangelize. Listen in to hear how BC is preparing college students to be the next generation of dynamic Catholics.

Tony and Chris continue their interview with Fr. Jacques Philippe, a French priest from the Community of the Beatitudes. We continue the interview from Part 1 and get even more inspiration from Fr. Philippe. Be assured that anyone Fr. Philippe is able to touch hearts of every person no matter their current spiritual level. You don’t want to miss hearing what Fr. Philippe has to say.

Tony and Chris interview a very special guest, Fr. Jacques Philippe who is a renowned author, retreat master, and spiritual director. Fr. Philippe’s books have sold over 500,000 copies in 18 different languages all over the world. Some popular titles include “Searching for and Maintaining Peace”, “Interior Freedom”, and “Time for God”. Fr. Philippe has many insights into all aspects of the spiritual life and we hear his thoughts on evangelization, prayer, the moral life and more in this inspirational interview.

Tony and Chris break down the meaning of the Our Father, the prayer Christ taught us to pray. The Our Father Prayer consists of 7 petitions, and we will explain these petitions and how they directly relate to Evangelization. The proper understanding and implementation of the 7 Petitions outlined in the Our Father Prayer is very helpful and effective in spreading the Gospel message, and plus what a great way to learn more about the Lord’s Prayer!

Tony and Chris continue their interview with George Weigel, delving deeper into evangelization issues with our culture today. George provides extremely useful insights and tips about engaging today’s hostile culture. We are called to be counter-cultural and to engage people in a new and exciting way. We are not called to lukewarmness, but rather to transform our lives through Christ and change the world!

Tony and Chris kick off the Liturgical New Year by airing an interview with George Weigel about the New Evangelization. George Weigel was the official biographer of Pope John Paul II and recently has been extremely active on the political front lines, engaging and dialoguing with many people about our current culture and the New Evangelization. We also discuss his new book, “Evangelical Catholicism” which provides us with an in-depth, worldwide view of the New Evangelization.